The castle echoes with the sound of activities, cheerful laughter and voices ringing in the air from a distance where young dragons run around playfully, as they chase each other through the stone corridors.
The carefree noises are the aftermath of finally ending a threat that had been lurking, and everyone can finally bask in relaxation.
The snow is thicker now, covering the battlements with white and making the morning air foggy.
It's been a week since the fight against the enemy, and the kingdom ended up victorious.
Every soldier will forever remember the honorable half-blood who sacrificed himself… and placed his life as a bet for this peace that they all enjoy.
From being deemed a traitor, the mention of Ruto's name now brings idolized worship from the younger soldiers.
This particular morning, the chamber is warm from the huge fireplace, and thick with the smoky smell of cooked herbs.
